The foreign ministry should not be credited for Yunus's engagements in London with politicians, business leaders, academics, and leading diaspora figures.
Central bank must strive to improve banking sector’s health
Prof Yunus’s visit, beyond its ceremonial significance, marks a symbolic shift.
It seems that the two leaders have agreed to work towards a smooth democratic transition, with agreements on reforms paving the way towards a pre-Ramadan election.
Ordinance on freedom fighters creates confusion, controversy
Proposed budget for FY2025-26 does not reflect government’s stated priorities
Govt signals people-centric priorities but faces tough trade-offs
There is chaos and dissent in every corner and no one seems to have a grip on anything.
Govt must provide more clarity regarding election, reform, and trial.
Submission of four commission reports brings momentum in reform process
The BNP wants the national election by the middle of this year and local government polls afterwards.
The reform vs election debate is unfortunate
If we grasp that our expectations were unrealistic, a decline in our expectations of the interim government need not entail a sense of disappointment.
What Bangladesh needs right now is justice and a path to healing.
Post-revolution challenges and the new generation’s role in shaping our future
Eminent economist Prof Rehman Sobhan yesterday said the interim government will face challenges in implementing most of the reforms, as it promises to transfer power to an elected government within a reasonable time, possibly in 18 months to two years.
Citizens must confront the forces exploiting their grievances.
President Mohammed Shahabuddin also appointed four commissioners
He said the election train has started its journey and will not stop
